Study & Research in Germany

You’d like to study in Germany? A great idea! We look forward to welcoming you! You’re not yet sure which university to apply to? You’re interested in doing a PhD and are looking for an appropriate programme? Are you wondering how to finance your stay, or how foreign students live in Germany and how they’re supervised? We’re happy to help!

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View into the World

Getting to Know Germany

Germany is an ideal destination for study and research. It offers world-class higher education, bustling cities, a beautifully diverse landscape, and it welcomes people from all over the world.

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Study Stay

Studying in Germany

Germany has many different kinds of universities, all of which offer excellent quality. But with so many to choose from, it's not always easy to navigate your way through the university landscape. We are here to help.

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Completing a PhD and Researching

PhD and Research in Germany

Germany offers excellent research opportunities for EU/international PhD students and researchers.

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Is my certificate sufficient to study in Germany?

Admission Requirements

Depending on your high school degree from Singapore, various requirements and restrictions apply.

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Making Preparations

Eight Steps to Germany

Germany is one of the most attractive locations for EU and international students worldwide. There are many different kinds of universities, all of which offer excellent quality. We help you to navigate your way through the university landscape in eight short steps.

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German Language Skills

Learning German

Learning German is worthwhile. Find out where and how you can improve your German.

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What is is really like to live and study in Germany

Alumnni Experiences

Was your German enough to understand everything? What was the food like? How was the study experience different from Singapore. Our German Alumni talk about their experiences in Germany.

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Short video about the Higher Education System in Germany

The German Higher Education System

Watch this video to learn more about the different types of universities, study opportunities and the application process.

Info Portal

Higher Education Compass ("Hochschulkompass")

At the information portal of the German Rectors' Conference (HRK) German universities publish daily information about their study and doctoral programmes as well as their international cooperation.

More at hochschulkompass.de

Consultation hours

Tuesday: 10.00-12.00

Thursday: 10.00-12.00

Afternoon appointments are also possible. For afternoon appointments please contact: info@daad-singapore.org

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The consultation at the DAAD Information Point is based on best knowledge and practice and is offered in good faith. The DAAD Information Point however, accepts no liability for the correctness of information.

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